1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 49 kg more than 1999 GAZ 3111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 GAZ 3111. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 GAZ 3111 (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GAZ 3111 | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | GAZ | Chevrolet |
| Model | 3111 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2134 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
